We promote patriotism, service to our community and country, and the conservation of the beautiful land in which we as Americans live. We help educate local students and recognize the special accomplishments of young people. We work to preserve our history and historical sites. We welcome new citizens and introduce them to life in America, and help care for our veterans and their families. Our Alabama Society has more than 4,000 members in more than 70 chapters. The DAR was founded in 1890 as a non-profit, non-political service organization and today has more than 177,000 members worldwide.